Bilder, die man hören kann
A portrait of the film-composer David Raksin, made for German television. Released in 1994.
Handel and His Music
Presents Handel as a key figure in the development of Baroque music. Illustrates with musical selections his contributions to 18th century music including the oratorio form perfected in 'THE MESSIAH.'
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